About Us:
Saras AI Institute is the world's first US-approved, online, AI-exclusive degree-granting institution. Our mission is to make world-class AI education accessible to learners globally. As we scale rapidly, we are building a people-first team driven by ambition, ownership, and a passion to create something truly extraordinary.
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly driven Talent Acquisition Recruiter to join our HR team. This is a core recruitment role where you will take ownership of hiring across functions and play a critical role in scaling our team. You will work closely with leadership and hiring managers, managing end-to-end recruitment and ensuring we attract and hire top talent in a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment (Core Focus)
- Own and manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle — sourcing, screening, shortlisting, and closure
- Actively source candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, and other relevant platforms
- Conduct initial screening calls to evaluate candidate fit, communication, and intent
- Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and stakeholders
- Drive a seamless and high-quality candidate experience throughout the hiring process
- Maintain and manage candidate pipelines, ATS, and hiring trackers
- Draft, refine, and manage job descriptions and job postings
Stakeholder Management
- Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and hiring priorities
- Drive alignment on candidate profiles, feedback, and hiring decisions
- Ensure timely follow-ups and closure of open positions
Recruitment Strategy & Operations
- Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs
- Track and report key recruitment metrics (pipeline, conversion, TAT, closures)
- Identify and implement improvements in sourcing strategies and hiring processes
Onboarding Support
- Ensure smooth candidate transition from offer to onboarding
- Support pre-joining engagement to reduce drop-offs
Who We Are Looking For
- 1–3 years of experience in Talent Acquisition / Recruitment (startup experience preferred)
- Strong understanding of end-to-end hiring processes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple roles simultaneously
- Comfortable working with Excel, Google Sheets, ATS, and hiring tools
- Proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a bias for action
- Someone who can work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Saras
At Saras, you won't just close positions, you will build teams that define the future of AI education. This is a high-impact role where your work directly contributes to company growth and success.
